The United States held its fifty-ninth presidential election on November 3. This country, which is often referred to as the beacon of democracy, will continue to use the Electoral College to elect the President. However, it is time to elect a president based on the majority vote, because it is time for the voices of the many to be heard. The definition of democracy is a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives - the whole population or all eligible members, and yet, in the 2016 presidential election, only 56% of the Americans found themselves casting votes. The Electoral College may have been a good … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Electoral College is becoming outdated
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Local officials encourage campus community to vote
With elections around the corner, Senator Melissa Melendez, Dr. Robert Radi, a La Quinta City Council Member, and Lisa Middleton, a Palm Springs City Council Member, speak about the importance of your vote during the virtual press conference held by ASI. Dr. Radi started off the event by thanking ASI for organizing an event that emphasized the importance of voting to the CSUSB community. “It is of urgent need to inform every one of the importance of the upcoming election in a democracy. We don’t need to agree with each other, but we must participate,” said Dr. Radi. Middleton agreed with Dr. Radi, believing that citizens should exercise their right to vote. “The vote is fundamental the … [Read more...] about Local officials encourage campus community to vote
America made their choice: Donald Trump wins the 2016 presidential election
By Israel Ramirez |Staff Writer| This years historic election is in the books. The election saw Trump defeat Clinton by a difference of 58 electoral votes leaving the four-decade New York politician with only 218 votes, and 276 in favor of the New York businessman, Donald Trump. “I feel betrayed by the nation. Over and over again we’re told that racism isn’t a thing anymore, that sexism was overcome years ago, and that we’re all equal. But, the results show the complete opposite, I feel that the nation embraced trumps bigotry and in return millions of people of color, women, and immigrants woke up in fear today,” said local resident Erika Anaya. In the past year this election … [Read more...] about America made their choice: Donald Trump wins the 2016 presidential election
Jorge Ramos
By Gladys Oliva |Staff Writer| Well known anchor and journalist Jorge Ramos and actor Wilmer Valderrama are standing up to speak about discrimination during the current Presidential election. Ramos held a private screening of his new documentary “Hate Rising" on Oct. 16., which focused on hate groups that feel empowered by presidential candidates Donald Trump. Ramos was inspired to make the documentary after being kicked out of a Trump conference, and told racist remarks like "Go back to Univision!" “Hate Rising” reveals how quickly America went from a country full of acceptance to being full of discrimination by showing how Muslim families, Hispanic families and young kids that … [Read more...] about Jorge Ramos
Six out of eighteen propositions to vote for
By Erika Aguilar |Staff Writer| Six out of eighteen California propositions are due to affect the community, students, and schools near San Bernardino in the upcoming November election. Proposition (Prop.) 51 relates to providing bonds for schools. It would allow California to borrow $9 billion in bonds and thus the money would go to K-12 public schools and community colleges for improvement in overall education, according to BALLOTPEDIA. If successfully passed schools will benefit greatly from this proposition because it will improve education by focusing on construction projects and will expand community colleges allowing more students to attend. Classes would be reduced, … [Read more...] about Six out of eighteen propositions to vote for
Student Perspectives on the Presidential Election
By Hairuo Yi |Staff Writer| With election day right around the corner, CSUSB students are discussing propositions and our potential president. Students have their opinions about Propositions (Prop.) 64 and 63, which discusses marijuana legalization and gun control. Some students agree with Prop. 64 which legalizes marijuana; they think marijuana is similar to alcohol or tobacco. “Marijuana being legal is not a bad thing at all,” said biochemistry student, Brandan Garcia. Students think Prop.63, which would require anyone who wishes to purchase ammunition to first acquire a permit, is unnecessary. Students also have comments about Prop. 56, which increases the tax on … [Read more...] about Student Perspectives on the Presidential Election
Who should win the election? The battle between candidates
By Shirleena Baggett |Staff Writer| I can see it now. November 8, 2016, Hillary Diane Rodham Clinton will be elected as the 45th president of the United States. We have to realize that we are not only voting for our next Commander in Chief, but also the direction of the future of America. Other than Hillary Clinton, there is no other candidate qualified for the job. To uphold the legacy of Obama, new ideas and trends, we need a person with pizzazz, strength, finesse and most importantly, experience that we can only get from someone like Mrs. Clinton. Her resume includes serving as former secretary of state, U.S. senator, first lady and knowing a thing or two about foreign policy since … [Read more...] about Who should win the election? The battle between candidates
Who should win the election? The battle between candidates
By Kyle Richardson |Staff Writer| Make America Great Again. We should all vote for Donald Trump. The 2016 Presidential Election is not the prettiest election, as many have questioned who they might be voting for. “I am unsure who I am voting for,” said student Evan Peckels. “But look at the numbers, [Trump] makes money, he can probably help this country and myself make some much needed money too,” added Peckels. First, he is not a politician—he is a businessman. If he is elected president, I hope that his cabinet will be filled with experts. As he is a businessman, he will not owe any other politicians any favors when choosing his top advisers. He will have the best of the best in … [Read more...] about Who should win the election? The battle between candidates
Gov. Brown pushes for pot
By Raequan Harrison |Staff Writer| Gov. Jerry Brown is advocating for new bills to govern medical marijuana laws. Three bills were approved to the ballot this past week that propose reform in the medical marijuana industry. According to thecannabist.com, “The California medical marijuana legislation includes separate licenses for indoor and outdoor cultivation, transportation, product testing, distribution and dispensaries of different sizes.It also charges various state agencies to develop guidelines for packaging, potency, pesticide use and advertising.” According to the Los Angeles Times, an estimated 1,250 medical marijuana dispensaries are operating in the state, with sales of … [Read more...] about Gov. Brown pushes for pot
CSU faculty threaten to strike
By Cherie Brower |Staff Writer| Faculty salary negotiations remain at an impasse—which may lead to a strike—as the California Faculty Association (CFA) and the California State University (CSU) system stall over 2015-16 and 2016-17 contracts. Scholarly voices in favor of “fair compensation” rise against representatives rallying for reasonable budget expectations, while common footing has yet to be found. Beginning on Oct. 19, and continuing through Oct. 28, more than 25,000 faculty members from across the 23 CSU campuses will participate in a strike authorization vote, which will be organized by the California Faculty Association. If passed, the vote could result in job actions by … [Read more...] about CSU faculty threaten to strike